Title: Housekeeping Worker I
State Role Title: Hsekeep &/or Apparel Worker I
Hiring Range: $34,322 - $47,365
Pay Band: 1
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Catawba Hospital
Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/catawba/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
A. Performance Management (for employees who supervise others) Examples of Measures for Performance Management: • Expectations are clear, well communicated, and relate to the goals and objectives of the department or unit; • Staff receive frequent, constructive feedback, including interim evaluations as appropriate; • Staff have the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to accomplish goals; • The requirements of the performance planning and evaluation system are met and evaluations are completed by established deadlines with proper documentation; • Performance issues are addressed and documented as they occur. • Safety issues are reviewed and communicated to assure a safe and healthy workplace and a reduction in work related absences.
B. B. Cleaning Patient/Administrative Areas • Perform a variety of cleaning tasks in assigned patient/administrative areas in a timely and successful manner, utilizing proper cleaning techniques and procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and safety regulations to include blood-borne pathogens and other related OSHA and EPA guidelines. • Performs dust mopping/wet mopping daily applying proper cleaning techniques and proper use of germicidal chemicals and solutions. • Utilizes industrial grade equipment to buff floors twice weekly following established procedures and ensuring safety at all times. • Ensures proper measures to avoid spills and displays precautions/safety signs to protect patients, staff and visitors from injury. • Inspects assigned work area personal hygiene products (paper towels, soap, etc) and replenishes as needed. • Ensures cleaning agents/equipment is stored properly and securely and replenishes supplies as needed.
C. C. Cleaning of Nursing/Patient Equipment • On a daily basis, sanitizes nursing/patient equipment in a timely manner, utilizing proper cleaning techniques in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Equipment includes but not limited to: wheelchairs, g-chairs/recliners, side tables, oxygen concentrator, IV poles, scales beds, med-cart wheels, etc. • On a weekly basis, thoroughly cleans and disinfects, with germicidal disinfectants, equipment in a timely and successful manner, utilizing proper cleaning techniques and procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and safety regulations to include OSHA and EPA guidelines. Equipment includes but not limited to: wheelchairs, g-chairs/recliners, side tables, oxygen concentrator, ice machines, refrigerators, etc. • Records date of disinfectant cleaning of nursing/patient equipment on posted cleaning/disinfectant schedules. Equipment to include but not limited to: wheelchairs, g-chairs/recliners, refrigerators, ice machines, etc. as required. Forwards completed documentation to appropriate staff in a timely manner.
D. D. Cleaning of Treatment Mall and Patient Equipment • On a daily basis, sanitize Treatment Mall/Patient equipment in a timely manner, utilizing proper cleaning techniques in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Equipment includes but is not limited to: wheelchairs, stoves, sinks, tables, refrigerators, exercise equipment, vending areas, etc. • On a weekly basis, thoroughly cleans and disinfects with germicidal disinfectants, Treatment Mall/ Patient equipment in a timely and successful manner, utilizing proper cleaning techniques and procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and safety regulations to include OSHA and EPA guidelines. Equipment includes but not limited to: wheelchairs, ice machines, refrigerators, etc. • Records date of disinfectant cleaning of Treatment Mall/ patient equipment on posted cleaning/disinfectant cleaning schedule. Equipment to include but not limited to: wheelchairs, refrigerators, ice machines, etc. As required. Forwards completed documentation to appropriate staff in a timely manner.
E. E. Cleaning of Administrative Offices and Living Quarters • Perform a variety of cleaning tasks in assigned administrative areas in a timely, successful and least disruptive manner, utilizing proper cleaning techniques and procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and safety regulations to include other OSHA and EPA guidelines. • On a daily basis, thoroughly clean and disinfect with germicidal disinfectants, the MOD suite in a timely and successful manner, utilizing proper cleaning techniqu3s and procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and safety regulations to include other OSHA and EPA guidelines. • On a weekly basis, thoroughly cleans and disinfects with germicidal disinfectants, the Chapel and Ewald Buildings in a timely and successful manner, utilizing proper cleaning techniques and procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and safety regulations to include OSHA and EPA guidelines. • Once monthly, thoroughly cleans and disinfects with germicidal disinfectants, assigned apartments in a timely and successful manner, utilizing proper cleaning techniques and procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and safety regulations to include OSHA and EPA guidelines. • Ensures proper measures to avoid spills and displays precautions/safety signs to protect patients, staff and visitors from injury. • Inspects assigned work area, personal hygiene products (restroom products) and replenishes promptly. • Ensures and maintains the confidentiality and security of documents/property in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures. • Promptly reports needed maintenance/security issues to the Supervisor or Housekeeping office.
F. Trash/Recycle Removal, Soiled Linen Pick-Up, Infectious Waste Removal • On a daily basis, performs timely trash and recycle removal form assigned areas and properly transports to assigned pick-up area. • Ensures all trash/recycle bags are handled in a manner to prevent spills and storage area is secured from patient access. • Cleans and sanitizes trash and recycle carts daily, adhering to policy and procedure guidelines. • Performs soiled linen pick-up/removal as assigned adhering to safety practices and environmental procedures. • Properly transports carts in accordance with all safety policies and care to prevent accidents with patients, staff and visitors. Ensures storage area is secure at all times.
G. Support/Security • Effectively interprets and follows direction of supervisor(s). • Communicates clearly and concisely to patients/staff to ensure their safety. • Through thorough cleaning, conveys an impression which favorably reflects the public relations of the organization. • Closely monitors cleaning supplies/equipment while on duty and properly stores/secures them at the end of each shift. • Performs other housekeeping duties as assigned and in compliance with established policies and procedures and safety guidelines including other OSHA and EPA guidelines
H. Movement of Furniture Special Function Setups • Performs a variety of furniture movement upon request, utilizing proper body mechanics/equipment, completing assignments in a timely, least disruptive manner and without destruction of State property. • Performs special function area set-up(s), to include but not limited to, tables, chairs and equipment.
I. Isolation Cleaning • Performs cleaning of isolation rooms, demonstrating thoroughness, utilizing cleaning industry specific guidelines and safety regulations to include blood-borne pathogens and other related OSHA and EPA guidelines and hospital policies and procedures. • Properly handles and disposes of waste in identifiable bags in accordance with policies and procedures, safety recommendations and other related OSHA and EPA guidelines.
Minimum Qualifications
Proficient in use of cleaning equipment and supplies, including the preventive maintenance of equipment. Knowledge and application of cleaning instructions according to policies and procedures. Demonstrates competencies as defined on attached form.
Additional Considerations
Previous housekeeping experience preferred.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Application Requirements: Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through Page Up the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.
Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.
Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.
Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.
Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.
Benefits: DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 14 paid holidays in 2026, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!
Contact Information
Name: Austin Grasty
Phone: 540-375-4368
Email: austin.grasty@dbhds.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.